A prescribed fire on the Monte Vista National Wildfire Refuge will be conducted through March 28. Primary ignition days will be Tuesday and Wednesday. Smoke may be visible to residents, towns, and highways during the day of burning operations. Try to avoid roadways near the refuge along County Road 6E and 3E if possible. Smoke may cause visual impairments to roadways in the area. There is no need to report smoke columns to 911. For additional information, contact Refuge Manager Suzanne Beauchaine or Assistant Refuge Manager Dean Lee at 719-589-4021.